00's WTAPS × A Bathing Ape (BAPE) "Highlander" Plaid Cargo Painter Pants

A rare piece from the golden era of Ura-Harajuku culture. These multi-pocket pants combine the rugged utilitarian silhouette of a WTAPS cargo painter pant with a custom BAPE Black Watch tartan check pattern highlighted by vibrant electric blue accent lines. It is constructed with classic cargo flap side pockets, a small woven joint-branded tag on the right pocket, a hammer loop, and toggle drawstring adjusters at the leg cuffs for a custom tapered fit.

The early 2000s collaboration between WTAPS (directed by Tetsu Nishiyama) and Nigo's A Bathing Ape (BAPE) represents a foundational chapter in Japanese streetwear. Born in the backstreets of Harajuku (Ura-Hara), the two brands shared a deep mutual respect but distinct creative voices: WTAPS focused heavily on authentic military-spec garments and function, while BAPE pioneered bold lifestyle graphics and pop-art sensibilities. Their early capsule lines, such as the "Highlander" and "Sherpa" series, perfectly balanced WTAPS' strict tactical tailoring with BAPE’s unique textile selections.

has flawed little hole as pic
condition 6.5/10

length is 39inc